Selous/Udzungwa/Mikumi/Ruaha – 12 Days

In Tanzania are perhaps the most attractive of all our packages. This circuit epitomizes Tanzania in her most pristine form, off the beaten track, away from the crowds of tourists and the sound of other safari vehicles. Here you will find prolific wildlife unscathed by human interaction, where the night sky dazzles with millions of stars, and a part of the continent which is untouched by time. Visit the impressive Selous Game Reserve, Mikumi, Udzungwa Mountains, and Ruaha National Parks via unforgettable Tanzania southern safari circuit packages. Northern Circuit Adventure Ltd has put together intriguing itineraries for your consideration.

Day 1:Depart to Selous Game Reserve:
After breakfast depart Dar by chartered aircraft (one-hour). Lunch upon arrival at Rufiji River Camp. Afternoon boating safari along the mighty Rufiji River. You will see plenty of hippos, crocodiles and bird life with over 400 species. Dinner and overnight at Rufiji River Camp.

Day 2: Game Drives & Walking Safaris:
After breakfast, morning game drive in the Selous, Africa’s largest wildlife sanctuary, with an area of 54.600kms. Lunch at Rufiji River Camp. Afternoon walking safari in the Selous, which boast the world’s largest number of big game – elephant, buffalo, rhino, hippos, giraffes and wildebeest. Dinner and overnight at Rufiji River Camp.

Day 3: Walking/ Boating Safaris in Selous:
After breakfast, go on a morning walking safari with intimate impressions of the rich wildlife in the African bush. Lunch at Rufiji River Camp. Afternoon boating safari in the Great Rufiji River. Dinner and overnight at Rufiji River Camp.

Day 4: Walking/ Boating Safaris in Selous
After breakfast, go on a morning walking safari with intimate impressions of the rich wildlife in the African bush. Lunch at Rufiji River Camp. Afternoon boating safari in the Great Rufiji River. Dinner and overnight at Rufiji River Camp.

Day 5: Selous to Udzungwa Mountains:
After breakfast, departure for Udzungwa via a scenic drive through the Uluguru Mountains to Mikumi (approx 7 hours). Lunch in Mikumi en route to Udzungwa. Late afternoon arrival at the Udzungwa with half-day hiking and bird-watching in the pristine rain forest. Dinner and overnight at Udzungwa Lodge.

Day 6:Hiking in the Udzungwa Mountains:
After breakfast, spend a full-day hiking in the Udzungwa Mountains. Picnic lunch in the Mountains. Afternoon hiking and bird-watching in the rainforest towards the Sanje River Waterfall. Dinner and overnight at Udzungwa Lodge.

Day 7: Udzungwa – Mikumi National Park:
After breakfast, drive through the southern highlands to Mikumi National Park. Lunch at Vuma Hill Camp or Mikumi Wildlife Camp. Afternoon games drive in Mikumi National Park. Dinner and overnight at Vuma Hill Camp or Mikumi Wildlife Camp.

Day 8: Game Drives in Mikumi N. Park:
After breakfast, morning game drive in Mikumi. Lunch at Vuma Hill Camp or Mikumi Wildlife Camp. Afternoon games drive in Mikumi. Dinner and overnight at Vuma Hill Camp or Mikumi Wildlife Camp.

Day 9: Depart Mikumi for Ruaha National Park:
After breakfast, drive through the southern highlands to Ruaha National Park (approx 6 hours). With stop in. Lunch in Iringa Town en route to Ruaha. Afternoon games drive in Ruaha National Park .Dinner and overnight at Ruaha River Lodge.

Day 10: Game Drives in Ruaha N. Park:
After breakfast, morning game drives in Ruaha National Park. Lunch at Ruaha River Lodge. Afternoon game drives in Ruaha National Park. Dinner and overnight at Ruaha River Lodge.

Day 11: Another -Game Drives in Ruaha:
After breakfast, morning game drive in Ruaha National Park. Lunch at Ruaha River Lodge. Afternoon game drives in Ruaha National Park. Dinner and overnight at Ruaha River Lodge.

Day 12: Depart Ruaha for Dar es Salaam:
After breakfast, drive to Mikumi National Park. Lunch at Vuma Hill Camp or Mikumi Wildlife Camp. Depart Mikumi for Dar es Salaam arriving in the evening. (Note: You May Choose to Fly-Out of Ruaha by a Daily Scheduling Morning Flight (11.45am) to Zanzibar or Dar es Salaam by Request). All Meals Included. End of Trip.

Price Includes:
All Park entry fees – All Park Camping fees
Pick up from the Airport
Boat & walking safari
Transport 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser with pop up roof with driver cum guide
Overnight at the Hotels/Lodge/Tented Camps/Campsites according to the program
Chef/Meals as per the above itinerary
Complimentary bottled of drinking water 1.5 litter per person per day during on safari
1 night free Hotel accommodation on your arrival in Dar with bed & breakfast
Tents/Sleeping mats/Sleeping bags/Chairs/Table/Pillow.